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Dr. Huan Nguyen, MD

Anesthesiologist

Torrance, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Huan Nguyen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Nguyen graduated from University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (310) 540-7676.

    Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Med & Pharm University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | University of Saigon Faculty of Medicine,Vietnam | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Huan Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

    Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nguyen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nguyen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nguyen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nguyen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 540-7676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Huan Nguyen's Primary Practice

    4101 Torrance Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90503

    (310) 540-7676

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    What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730101296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen

    What is Dr. Huan Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is an Anesthesiologist near Torrance, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Huan Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Orange County Global Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Huan Nguyen accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Huan Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Huan Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (310) 540-7676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Huan Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (310) 540-7676 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen's office is located in Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Huan Nguyen have?

    Dr. Huan Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.